Olympique Lyon continue to shake up the transfer market after securing the services of Gift Orban, Lucas Perri, Adryelson, and Malick Fofana. The club's management is clear about the intention to strengthen the squad in all areas.

Specifically, to revitalize their midfield, Lyon has reportedly made an offer to Fenerbahçe for midfielder Ismail Yuksek, in case the complex negotiation for Nemanja Matić fails, still blocked by Stade Rennais.

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According to information from Le Progrès, the offer for Ismail Yuksek would be in the range of 11 million euros (12 million dollars). At 24 years old, the Turkish player, with 12 international caps, is linked with the Istanbul club until 2027.

However, Lyon will have to act quickly if they want to secure his signing, as they are not the only Ligue 1 club interested in his services. Olympique Marseille is also pursuing the player and has reportedly initiated a bidding war.

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Despite Marseille's interest, the midfielder would not be indifferent to Lyon's offer. The midfield remains a complex and priority matter for John Textor and Lyon's recruitment team, and the bid for Ismail Yuksek demonstrates the club's determination to strengthen qualitatively. The development of this situation will be closely monitored as Olympique Lyon seeks to solidify its squad to achieve its goals as soon as possible in the second half of the season.